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Revisions to Special Focus Facility Program

November 8, 2022 | 6 Comments
Posted by Anjali Baxi

In October 2022, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) made some significant changes to the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program that raise the bar for completion of the program and that increases enforcement actions for nursing homes that fail to demonstrate improvement.

The Affordable Care Act mandated that underperforming nursing homes undergo increased inspection and progressive enforcement actions through the SFF program. Sections 1819(f)(8) and 1919(f)(1) of the Social Security Act require CMS to conduct an SFF program which analyzes nursing homes that demonstrate persistent noncompliance with CMS regulations leading to a substantial quality of care. See 42 U.S.C. §§ 1819(f)(8), 1919(f)(1). The CMS SFF program requires the persistently poor performing facilities selected in each state to be inspected at least once every six months and that enforcement actions are taken when warranted. Despite the current SFF program and demonstrated improvement from certain facilities, CMS has found that some facilities remain on the program by failing to show the necessary improvement needed to graduate from the program. CMS has seen certain facilities graduate from the SFF program only to backslide into a non-complaint state, rendering the facility in question to be placed back on the SFF program. To combat this, CMS has authorized revisions to the SFF program to improve quality of care that residents living in a non-compliant facility receive. Additionally, because of CMS’ belief that staffing levels have a significant impact on quality of care, CMS is advising State Survey Agencies to consider a facility’s staffing level, in addition to its compliance history, when selecting candidates from their state for inclusion into the SFF program. Read more

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April-July 2022 State Regulatory Developments

July 22, 2022 | 3 Comments
Posted by Anjali Baxi

Below are the most recent health care related regulatory developments as published in the New Jersey Register in April-July 2022:

April 2022

  • On April 4, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 509(a), Governor Murphy issued an Executive Order updating and clarifying timeframes for requiring covered workers at health care facilities and high-risk congregate settings to be up-to-date with their COVID-19 vaccinations, including having received a booster shot. See Executive Order No. 290 (2022).
  • On April 4, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 511(a), Governor Murphy issued an Executive Order lifting the COVID-19 public health emergency. See Executive Order No. 292 (2022). Executive Order Nos. 111, 112, and 207 (2020), Nos. 252, 253, and 271 (2021), and Nos. 283 and 290 (2022) remain in full force and effect pursuant to the Disaster Control Act, N.J.S.A. App. A:9-33 et seq, except that any civil or criminal immunity related to the COVID-19 response bestowed by Executive Order No. 112 shall not be in effect.
  • On April 4, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 525(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Respiratory Care proposed to readopt the Board of Respiratory Care Rules in N.J.A.C. 13:44F with amendments. Following a thorough review in compliance with Executive Order No. 66 (1978), the Board determined that amendments were necessary to provide regulatory congruence and make practical and comprehensive updates to the Board’s rules. The Board believed that the rules proposed for readoption, as amended, were necessary, reasonable, understandable, and responsive to the purposes for which they were promulgated. See N.J.A.C. 13:44F.
  • On April 4, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 552(a), the Department of Community Affairs, Division of Codes and Standards released a notice of readoption for Continuing Care Retirement Community rules in N.J.A.C. 5:19. The rules are intended to enable the Department of Community Affairs to implement the Continuing Care Retirement Community Regulation and Financial Disclosure Act. See N.J.A.C. 5:19. Effective Date: March 8, 2022. New Expiration Date: March 8, 2029.
  • On April 4, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 620(b), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services adopted amendments to Transportation Services Rules. The chapter describes the policies and procedures of the New Jersey Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare program regarding transportation services. See N.J.A.C. 10:50.
  • On April 4, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 667(a), the Department of Health, Office of the Commissioner released a notice of grant availability, subject to fund availability, in the Department of Health Directory of Grant Programs.
  • On April 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 718(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs published a notice of readoption of N.J.A.C. 13:45B, which establish the standards for the regulation of personnel services.  The chapter includes rules on employment agencies, health care service firms and placement of health care practitioners.  Effective Date:   March 14, 2022 until March 14, 2029.

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March 2022 State Regulatory Developments

April 12, 2022 | 1 Comment
Posted by Anjali Baxi

Below are the most recent health care related regulatory developments as published in the New Jersey Register in March 2022:

  •  On March 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 406(b), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Psychological Examiners proposed an amendment regarding supervised practical experience prior to receiving a Doctoral Degree. This proposed rule would remove the requirement that at least one year of professional experience be completed subsequent to the applicant receiving a doctoral degree. See proposed amendment N.J.A.C. 13:42-4.1.
  •  On March 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 449(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Pharmacy adopted amendments regarding procedures for authorized prescriber ordered or government sponsored immunizations performed by pharmacists, pharmacy interns, or pharmacy externs. It is also regards to the requirement for pharmacists, pharmacy interns, or pharmacy externs to administer influenza vaccine to minors. A licensed pharmacist or pharmacy intern needs to be pre-approved by the Board to administer vaccines and related emergency medications. See adopted amendments N.J.A.C. 13:39-4.21 and 4.21A.
  •  On March 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 457(a), the Department of Health, Office of the Commissioner released a notice regarding the cancellation of Certificate of Need call for new specialized long-term care beds for pediatric care.
  •  On March 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 457(b), the Department of Health, Office of the Commissioner released a notice regarding the cancellation of Certificate of Need call for new specialized long-term care beds for severe behavior management.
  •  On March 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 457(c), the Department of Health, Office of the Commissioner released a notice regarding the cancellation of Certificate of Need call for new specialized long-term care beds for ventilator care.
  •  On March 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 458(b), the Department of Health, Office of the Commissioner released a notice regarding Certificate of Need review cycles and submission dates.
  •  On March 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 459(b), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs released a notice regarding a notice of action on petition for rulemaking for the Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners. The rulemaking request includes that the Board improve and increase the level of cultural competence training to ensure counselors are equipped to provide services to clients from diverse backgrounds.
  •  On March 21, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 500(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, New Jersey Board of Nursing release a notice that a moratorium has been placed on the acceptance of new applications for practical nursing programs.

 

Special thanks to Jessica Warwick, Law Student Intern

 

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February 2022 State Regulatory Developments

March 8, 2022 | No Comments
Posted by Anjali Baxi

Below are the most recent health care related regulatory developments as published in the New Jersey Register in February 2022:

  • On February 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 199(b), the Office of the Governor restated Executive Order No. 277, regarding New Jersey’s Health Care Cost Benchmark Program. For 2023 the healthcare cost growth benchmark is 3.5%, for 2024 3.2%, for 2025 3%, for 2026 2.8%, for 2027 2.8%. See Exec. Order No. 277.
  • On February 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 203(a), the Office of the Governor issued Executive Order 280 declaring that a Public Health Emergency, established in Exec Order No. 103, continues to exist in NJ. See Exec. Order No. 280.
  • On February 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 205(a), the Office of the Governor issued Executive Order 281 continuing Exec. Orders Nos. 111, 112, and 207. This order also allows Exec. Orders No. 251, 252, 253, 264, and 271 to remain in effect. Additionally, this order extends several regulatory actions taken by the Departments in response to COVID-19, including various waivers. See Exec. Order No. 281.
  • On February 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 220(a), the Office of the Governor issued Executive Order 282 terminating the State of Emergency declared in Exec. Order Nos. 278 and 279. See Exec. Order No. 282.
  • On February 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 248(a), the Department of Health, Division of Certificate of Need and Licensing, Office of Healthcare Financing proposed the readoption and amendments establishing standards to assess and collect fees applicable to certain categories of licensed ambulatory care facilities based on those facilities’ annual gross receipts. See proposed N.J.A.C. 8:31A.
  • On February 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 284(a), the Department of Health, Certificate of Need and Licensing Division, published a notice of action on petition of rulemaking for approval of a nurse aide in long-term care facilities training program and eligibility criteria for instructor/evaluators in training programs for long term care facility nurse aides. See N.J.A.C. 8:39-43.10
  • On February 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 285(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, published a notice of action on petition for rulemaking regarding the Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners, Professional Counselor Examiners Committee. This notice is for a petition received to amend N.J.A.C. 13:34-13.1(d), to permit the Committee to count clinical hours obtained before the submission of the proposed plan of supervision toward the number of supervised hours required to become a licensed counselor. See N.J.A.C. 13:34-13.1.
  • On February 7, 2022, at 54 N.J.R 285(b), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs published a notice of action on petition for rulemaking for the Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners, Professional Counselor Examiners Committee regarding N.J.A.C. 13:34-11.6(a) be amended to permit an applicant to submit proof of passing the required exam within one year of the date of application.
  • On February 22, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 295(a), the Office of the Governor released Executive Order 283 requiring healthcare settings maintain policy that requires employees provide adequate proof of their COVID-19 vaccine, all covered employees must provide proof of a booster shot by February 28, 2022, healthcare settings must require employees undergoing testing continue to test once or twice weekly until they submit proof of full vaccination, and policies adopted pursuant to this order must include a disciplinary process for employees who do not comply. See Exec. Order No. 283.
  • On February 22, 2022, various notices were released pertaining to the COVID-19 State of Emergency and P.L. 2021, c.103.
    • At 54 N.J.R. 301(a), the Department of Health released a notice that there is continued relaxation of rules pertaining to the standards for licensure of residential substance use disorder treatment facilities. This notice adds definitions for the term’s “telehealth” and “telemedicine.” This notice allows for counseling services to be administered via telehealth and telemedicine services. See N.J.A.C. 10:161A-1.3 and 10.1.
    • At 54 N.J.R. 301(b), the Department of Health released a notice that there is continued relaxation of rules pertaining to the standards for licensure or outpatient substance use disorder treatment facilities. This notice adds definitions for the term’s “telehealth” and “telemedicine.” Additionally, this notice allows for certain physical examinations to take place via telehealth or telemedicine. It also adds rules regarding drug screening. See N.J.A.C. 10:161B-1.3, 6.3, 9.1, 10.1, 11.6, 11.9, 11.12, 11.13, 12.4, 15.1, and 10:161B.
    • At 54 N.J.R. 305(a), the Department of Human Services released a notice that there is a continued relaxation of the rules pertaining to the Community Mental Health Services Act. This notice adds definitions for “face to face,” “telehealth,” and “telemedicine.” See N.J.A.C. 10:37-5.1.
    • At 54 N.J.R. 306(a), the Department of Human services released a notice that is a modification of the rules pertaining to licensed community residences for adults with mental illness. This notice adds the definitions “face to face,” “signature,” “telehealth,” and “telemedicine.” This notice also states that all staff hired during the pandemic shall complete required training within a reasonable period of time. See N.J.A.C. 10:37A-1.2, 4.1, and 7.3.
    • At 54 N.J.R. 307(a), the Department of Human Services released a notice of continued relaxation of the rules pertaining to community support services for adults with serious mental illness. The notice adds the definitions “face to face,” “telehealth,” and “telemedicine.” See N.J.A.C. 10:37B-1.2 and 5.2.
    • At 54 N.J.R. 307(b), the Department of Human Services released a notice of modification of the rules pertaining to outpatient service standards. This notice defines “face to face,” “signature,” “signed,” “telehealth,” and “telemedicine.” It amends the definition “medication monitoring.” This notice also adds that service plans can be developed by an advanced practice nurse. See N.J.A.C. 10:37E-1.2 and 2.4.
    • At 54 N.J.R. 308(a), the Department of Human Services released a notice of the continued relaxation of rules pertaining to partial care service standards. This notice defines “face to face,” “signature,” signed,” “telehealth,” and “telemedicine.” See N.J.A.C. 10:37F-1.3.
    • At 54 N.J.R. 309(a), the Department of Human Services released a notice of continued relaxation of the rules pertaining to programs of assertive community treatment. This notice defines “face to face,” “telehealth,” and “telemedicine.” N.J.A.C. 10:37J-1.2, 2.5, and 2.8.
  • On February 22, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 333(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Medical Examiners proposed amendment regarding limitations on prescribing, administering, or dispensing of controlled dangerous substances, and special requirements for management of acute and chronic pain. Practitioners must identify in advance psychological co-morbidities that affect decisions of continued opioid therapy use. This revision also consists of establishing conditions for co-prescribing an opioid antidote. See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:35-7.6.
  • On February 22, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 336(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, New Jersey Board of Nursing proposed new rules to prohibit nurses and certified homemaker-home health aides from having power of attorney over patients and from accepting loans from patients. Additionally, if the nurse or aide receive a gift of more than $50 from the patient, they must document it. See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:37-5.4 and 14.18.
  • On February 22, 2022, the Department of Health, Certificate of Need and Healthcare Facility Licensure Program readopted with technical changes to the Act concerning transplantation services. See readopted N.J.A.C. 8:33Q.
  • On February 22, 2022, the Department of Law and Public Safety, State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee adopted new rules regarding telemedicine and telehealth. This new rule authorizes healthcare providers, who are alcohol and drug counselors, to engage in telemedicine and telehealth. This rule sets forth various other rules alcohol and drug counselors must follow regarding telehealth. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:34C-7.

 

Special thanks to Jessica Warwick, Law Student Intern

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January 2022 State Regulatory Developments

March 8, 2022 | 2 Comments
Posted by Anjali Baxi

Below are the most recent health care related regulatory developments as published in the New Jersey Register in January 2022:

  • On January 3, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 1, the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Psychological Examiners, proposed amendments that allow for an online administration of the jurisprudence examination which applicants for a license to practice psychology in NJ must take. See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:42-3.1, 3.2, 3.6, 5.1, 5.3, 5.4 and 10.21.
  • On January 3, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 52(a), the Department of Health, Public Health Services Branch Office of Local Public Health readopted licensure of persons for public health positions with technical changes. See readopted N.J.A.C. 8:7.
  • On January 3, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 54(a), the Department of Health, Health Systems Branch, Certificate of Need and Licensing Division, Certificate of Need and Healthcare Facility Licensure Program readopted the standard for licensure of assisted living residences, comprehensive personal care homes, and assisted living programs with technical changes. See readopted N.J.A.C. 8:36.
  • On January 3, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 60(a), the Department of Health, Health Systems Branch, Certificate of Need and Licensing Division, Certificate of Need and Healthcare Facility Licensure Program, readopted the manual of standards for licensing of ambulatory care facilities with technical changes. See readopted N.J.A.C. 8:43A.
  • On January 3, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 65(a), the Department of Health, Integrated Health Branch, readopted and recodified the interim assistance procedures manual with technical changes. See readopted N.J.A.C. 10:38 as 8:133.
  • On January 3, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 73(a), the Department of Banking and Insurance, Division of insurance readopted the health maintenance organizations with technical changes. See readopted N.J.A.C. 11:24.
  • On January 3, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 83(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Dentistry adopted the following amendments:
  • Amending N.J.A.C. 13:30-1A.4 to reflect that the scope of practice of a Dental Hygienist under general supervision in a school setting may include, upon consent of a parent or guardian, preventative measures including biofilm with prophy paste containing fluoride.
  • Amending N.J.A.C. 13:30-8.2 and 8.3 to reflect that the inspection and approval by the Board of Dentistry of offices in which parenteral conscious sedation is performed shall occur every five (5) years, rather than every (6) years. N.J.A.C. 13:30-1A.4, 8.2, and 8.3.
  • On January 3, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 87(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Nursing adopted a new rule regarding exit examinations. This rule requires that nursing programs administer a comprehensive examination at the end of the program. This exam shall not affect the students’ ability to graduate or take a licensing exam. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:37-1.21.
  • On January 3, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 88(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Pharmacy adopted amendments regarding opioid warning labels. When a pharmacist dispenses a prescription for an opioid medication, they must affix a warning to the bottle that states “opioid risk of addiction and overdose,” along with other requirements. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:39-7.12.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 115(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, Board of Dentistry proposed amendments to N.J.A.C. 13:30-8.18 that would be a substantial changes to limitations on prescribing, administering, or dispensing of controlled dangerous substances, and would provide that when a licensee issues a prescription for an opioid drug that is a controlled dangerous substance to a patient, the licensee shall also issue the patient a prescription for an opioid antidote when: (1) the patient has a history of substance use disorder; (2) the prescription for the opioid drug is for a daily dose of more than 90 morphine milligram equivalents; or (3) the patient holds a current, valid prescription for a benzodiazepine drug that is a Schedule III or Schedule IV controlled dangerous substance. See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:30-8.18.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 117(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, New Jersey Board of Nursing proposed substantial changes regarding limitations on prescribing, administering, or dispensing of controlled dangerous substances, and special requirements for management of acute and chronic pain (co-prescribing opioid antidote). See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:37-7.9A.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 118(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, New Jersey State Board of Optometrists proposed substantial changes regarding limitations on prescribing, administering, or dispensing of controlled dangerous substances, and special requirements for management of acute and chronic pain (co-prescribing opioid antidote). See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:38-2.5.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 119(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Polysomnography proposed new rules regarding telemedicine and telehealth. See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:44L-7.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 149(a), the Department of Health, New Jersey Healthcare Facilities Financing Authority readopted prevailing wage rates for workers employed in the performance of construction contracts for New Jersey Heath Care Facilities. See readopted N.J.A.C. 8:95.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 149(b), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Dentistry adopted new rules regarding telemedicine and telehealth. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:30-9.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 152(b), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Nursing adopted amendments, adopted a new rule, and adopted a repeal regarding education programs. Changes were made to application for establishment of a new program in nursing, provisional accreditation, faculty responsibility for philosophy/missions, and student learning outcomes, maintaining accreditation, preceptors, renewing accreditation, waiver of on-site visits, changes to a nursing program, and other subsections. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:37-1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.13, 1.14, 1.15, 1.16, 1.18, 1.19; See repeal N.J.A.C. 13:37-1.17; See adopted new rule N.J.A.C. 13:37-1.10A.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 156(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Pharmacy adopted amendments regarding fees for out-of-state pharmacies. These fees include $275 for an application permit, $275 for change of ownership/name, and $275 for change of location. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:39-1.3.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 156(b), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Pharmacy adopted amendments regarding the removal of the waiting period to retake the examination for licensure. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:39-2.2 and 2A.5.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 156(c), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Pharmacy adopted amendments that require the pharmacist to document that counseling was provided or refused at the time of prescription dispensing. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:39-7.21.
  • On January 18, 2022, at 54 N.J.R. 157(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, Occupational Therapy Advisory Council adopted new rules regarding telemedicine and telehealth. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:44K-7.

 

Special thanks to Jessica Warwick, Law Student Intern

Category: State Regulatory Developments, Uncategorized


Most Favored Nation

January 14, 2022 | No Comments
Posted by Frank Ciesla

Over the years I have written about the use of “Most Favored Nation” approach to the pricing of Drugs.

Currently there is a nationwide preliminary injunction enjoining the Department of Health and Human Services from implementing the Most Favored Nation Rule.   Given this preliminary injunction, the Most Favored Nation Model was not implemented on January 1, 2021 and will not be implemented without further rulemaking.  The Trump administration started moving in that direction. It now appears that the Biden administration is rejecting that approach in favor of the government negotiating prices. What is not clear is what standard will be adopted and by whom as to how the approved price will be negotiated. As more details become available, we will comment.

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October-December 2021 State Regulatory Developments

January 12, 2022 | 1 Comment
Posted by Anjali Baxi

Below are the most recent health care related regulatory developments as published in the New Jersey Register from October-December 2021:

  • On October 4, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1657(a), the Commissioner released a notice regarding Executive Order No. 103, which declared a Public Health Emergency for the state in response to COVID-19. This notice extends the waiver of the continuing education requirements for current active health officers and REHSs who are renewing their license for the 2022 licensing period. See N.J.A.C. 8:7-1.11, 1.12, 1.13, 1.17.
  • On October 4, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1737(a), the Insurance – Department of Banking and Insurance, Individual Health Coverage Program Board, adopted amendments to N.J.A.C. 11:20, Appendix Exhibits A and B. Exhibits can be reviewed by contacting the New Jersey Individual Health Coverage Program. See adopted N.J.A.C. 11:20.
  • On October 4, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1738(a), the Insurance – Department of Banking and Insurance, Small Employer Health Benefits Program, adopted amendments to N.J.A.C. 11:21, Appendix exhibits F, G, W, Y, HH, and II. Exhibits can be reviewed by contacting the New Jersey Small Employer Health Benefits Program. See adopted N.J.A.C. 11:21.
  • On October 18, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1783(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services adopted new rules regarding nursing facility patient care ratio requirements. This new chapter addresses requirements for defined nursing facilities to report information concerning certain revenues and the use of those revenues for the care of the residents. See adopted N.J.A.C. 10:49A.
  • On October 18, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1788(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services readopted a rule regarding chiropractic services. There are also language changes to the chapter. See readopted N.J.A.C. 10:68.
  • On October 18, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1791(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, readopted with technical changes a rule regarding the organization of the Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. There are also language changes made to the chapter. See readopted N.J.A.C. 10:150.
  • On October 18, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1791(c), the Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services, Office of the State Health Insurance for the Aged and Disabled, readopted a rule regarding the Senior Gold Prescription Program Manual. See readopted N.J.A.C. 10:167B.
  • On October 18, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1792(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services, Office of State Health Insurance for the Aged and Disabled, readopted a rule regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services under the Senior Gold Program. See readopted N.J.A.C. 10:167C.
  • On October 18, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1808(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, Board of Medical Examiners, made administrative changes regarding the Cannabis Regulatory Commission. This includes agency name updates, contact information, and addresses. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:35-7.

 

  •  On November 1, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1838(b), the Department of Health published a notice of readoption of N.J.A.C. 8:45, the regulations establishing clinical laboratory licensure requirements and fees and fees for services performed by the NJDOH Public Health and Environmental Laboratories. Effective September 29, 2021. The Department is developing a rulemaking to extensively revise, update, and reorganize existing N.J.A.C. 8:45, and anticipates filing this rulemaking with the Office of Administrative Law for processing in the ordinary course.
  • On November 1, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1840(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services (DMHAS) published a notice of readoption of N.J.A.C. 10:32, addressing advanced directives for mental health care. Effective September 24, 2021. The chapter applies to State psychiatric hospitals and DMHAS services.  DMHAS has identified changes to be made to the rules but are too significant to be made part of this readoption.  The anticipated amendments may include substantial amendments and/or recodifications in part, as may be appropriate, to the chapter to reflect the retention of the State psychiatric hospitals by the Department of Health following the return of the DMHAS to the Department of Human Services in accordance with Reorganization Plan 001-2018. Once the review is completed, a separate rulemaking containing proposed amendments and/or recodifications will be published in the New Jersey Register and a 60-day public comment period will be provided.
  • 53 N.J.R. 1840(a), 53 N.J.R. 1841(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services published a notice of readoption of N.J.A.C. 10:37 (Community Mental Health Services Act) with technical amendments. The technical amendments include changes to update the Division’s current table of organization, as well as the current name of the “Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services” and the Division’s address. The change to the Division’s name reflects the merger of the former Division of Mental Health and the former Division of Addiction Services under the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 State Appropriations Act. Additionally, an outdated reference to N.J.A.C. 10:37-12, Children’s Partial Care Programs, is being removed because that subchapter was recodified within N.J.A.C. 10:191, Children’s Partial Care Programs, by the Department in 2007; and N.J.A.C. 10:191 was subsequently recodified to N.J.A.C. 3A:58 by the Department of Children and Families in 2017. Effective October 4, 2021; Technical Changes:  November 1, 2021.
  • On November 1, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1841(b), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services published a notice of readoption of N.J.A.C. 10:37E (Outpatient Service Standards) with technical amendments. The technical amendments include changes to update the current name of the “Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services” and changes to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). The change to the Division’s name reflects the merger of the former Division of Mental Health and the former Division of Addiction Services pursuant to the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 State Appropriations Act. The changes to DSM references include updates to the current DSM criteria by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), including elimination of the multi-axial system of diagnoses, and correcting a reference to the publishing entity of the DSM to the APA. Effective September 24, 2021; Technical Changes November 2, 2021.
  • On November 1, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1842(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services published a notice of readoption of N.J.A.C. 10:37F (Partial Care Service Standards) with technical amendments. The technical changes include changes to update the current name of the “Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services” and changes to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). The change to the Division’s name reflects the merger of the former Division of Mental Health and the former Division of Addiction Services pursuant to the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 State Appropriations Act. The changes to DSM references include updates to the current DSM edition and criteria by the American Psychiatric Association, including elimination of the multi-axial system of diagnoses. Effective September 24, 2021; Technical Changes November 2, 2021.
  • On November 1, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1843(c), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services published a notice of readoption of N.J.A.C. 10:58 (Nurse Midwifery Services) with technical amendments. The technical changes include: correcting all references to “Department of Health” to reflect the current name of that Department pursuant to P.L. 2012, c. 17; changing all references to “Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare” to reflect the preferred nomenclature of the program; changing references to “Health Maintenance Organization” to “Managed Care Organization”; correcting contact information for the DMAHS fiscal agent; and changing references to “Health Care Financing Administration” to “Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services” to reflect the current name of the Federal agency. Effective September 24, 2021; Technical Changes November 2, 2021.
  • On November 1, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1846(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services published a notice of readoption of New Jersey Care … Special Medicaid Programs Manual. The Manual extends Medicaid eligibility to certain persons not eligible under the provisions at N.J.A.C. 10:69, AFDC-Related Medicaid, or 10:71, Medicaid Only. Effective September 28, 2028. The Department is preparing a notice of proposal with substantive amendments to this chapter to be published following this readoption, which is intended to prevent the chapter from expiring.
  • On November 1, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1852(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Psychological Examiners adopted an amendment of N.J.A.C. 13:42-8.1, regarding Client records: Confidentiality. The amendment requires that a licensee retain the permanent client record for at least 7 years from the date of last entry, unless otherwise provided by law. Records for minors must be kept for seven years from the date of last entry or until the client turns 25 years old, whichever is longer, unless otherwise provided by law.
  • On November 1, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1866(a), the Department of Health issued a public notice of receipt of petition for rule change to N.J.A.C. 8:39-43.10, approval of a nurse aid in long term care (LTC) facility training program and eligibility criteria for instructor/evaluators in training programs for LTC facility nurse aids. This would alleviate some difficulty in finding instructors for the training programs.
  • On November 1, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1868(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Marriage and Family Therapists issue a public notice of receipt of petition for rulemaking that requests an amendment to N.J.A.C. 13:34-5.3 to change the name “American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy of New Jersey Inc., (AAMFT-NJ)” to the “New Jersey Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (NJAMFT). This name change was recommended to accurately identify the entity that can approve CE courses and programs.
  • On November 15, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1920(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board Chiropractic Examiners published a notice of readoption of N.J.A.C. 13:44E. Effective October 19, 2021.
  • On November 15, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1935(a), the Department of Health published a notice for rulemaking requesting certain amendments to N.J.A.C. 8:43G-1.2, Definitions and 4.1, Patient Rights. Specifically, the request is to amend the term “next of kin” and identify a hierarchy of individuals whom a hospital could contact to provide consent for a patient when the patient is unable to consent, has no next of kin, and has not designated an individual to make health care decisions on the patient’s behalf.

 

  •  On December 6, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1982(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Medical Examiners issued a proposal for a new rule at N.J.A.C. 13:35-6.20A for radiologist assistants performing procedures. The rules include definitions for various levels of supervision and permitted tasks within the scope of the license.
  • On December 6, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2008(a), the Department of Health issued a notice of readoption of Licensure Standards for Mental Health Programs with technical changes and recodification of N.J.A.C. 10:101 as N.J.A.C. 8:121. Effective Date:  October 20, 2021; Technical Changes December 6, 2021. The Department is making technical changes throughout N.J.A.C. 8:121 to update references throughout the chapter to the Department of Health licensing authority.
  • On December 6, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2013(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Medical Examiners adopted amendments, adopted a new rule and repealed a rule related to Surgery, Special Procedures, Anesthesia Services Performed in an Office Setting. The new rule permit APNs, midwives and PAs to perform abortion procedures to expand abortion access.  See amended N.J.A.C. 13:35-4A.1-4A.12, adopted new rule N.J.A.C. 13:35-4A.19; repealed N.J.A.C. 13:35-4.2. Effective December 6, 2021.
  • On December 6, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2050(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Respiratory Care adopted new rules regarding telehealth and telemedicine at N.J.A.C. 13:44F-11. Effective December 6, 2021.
  • On December 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2132(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy proposed to delete N.J.A.C. 13:34-2.2(a)6 to remove the requirement to submit a written plan of supervision as a precondition for licensure as an associate marriage and family therapist. In addition, the Board proposed to add N.J.A.C. 13:34-3.3(k) to specify that it is the responsibility of a qualified supervisor to create a written plan of supervision. In accordance with N.J.S.A. 45:8B-18.2, the proposed amendments to N.J.A.C. 13:34-2.2 and new 3.3(l), specify that the written plan for supervision of the licensed associate marriage and family therapist must be approved by the Board prior to the performance of counseling by the licensed associate marriage and family therapist. There was a 60 day comment period for the proposed rule.
  • On December 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2198(a) the Department of Health, Certificate of Need and Licensing Division, CN & Healthcare Facility Licensure Program readopted with technical amendments, N.J.A.C. 8:33C, the Rules for Regionalized Perinatal Services and Maternal and Child Health Consortia. Effective November 18, 2021, Technical changes December 20, 2021.
  • On December 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2199(a), the Department of Health, Certificate of Need and Licensing Division, CN & Healthcare Facility Licensure Program readopted with technical amendments to N.J.A.C. 8:39, Standards for the Licensure of Long Term Care Facilities. Effective November 18, 2021, Technical changes December 20, 2021. The technical amendments include changes to Department’s name and contact information and references to the change in name and contact information of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman’s Office.
  • On December 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2204(a), the Department of Health, Certificate of Need and Licensing Division, CN & Healthcare Facility Licensure Program readopted with technical amendments to N.J.A.C. 8:43F, Standards for Licensure of Adult Day Health Services Facilities. Effective November 18, 2021, Technical changes December 20, 2021.  The technical amendments include changes to the name of the Department/Division throughout the rules.
  • On December 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2208(a), the Department of Health, Certificate of Need and Licensing Division, published a final rule readopting the Standards for Licensure of Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment (at N.J.A.C. 10:161A) as N.J.A.C. 8:111. This recodification of the standards from the Department of Human Services Chapter to the Department of Health Chapter is in furtherance of the reorganization of services under each Department.  Effective November 10, 2021, Technical changes December 20, 2021.
  • On December 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2222(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, published a final rule readopting N.J.A.C. 10:64 (Hearing Aid Services) with technical changes relating to references to Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare and Gainwell Technologies (formerly UNISYS). Effective November 16, 2021, Technical changes December 20, 2021.
  • On December 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2224(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, published a final rule readopting N.J.A.C. 10:67 (Psychological Services) with technical changes related to agency name and contact information nchanges. The chapter contains rules for related to the provision of psychological services to Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare beneficiaries by psychologists in private practice who are reimbursed on a fee-for-service basis but not for psychologists employed by the State, county or private psychiatric hospitals, independent clinics, or those psychologists who are employed by residential treatment centers under contract with a State agency.
  • On December 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 2229(b), the Ophthalmic Dispensers and Ophthalmic Technicians adopted new final rules, amendments and repeals of rules in N.J.A.C. 8:33. The rules relate to the application for apprentice certificates, out of state dispenser applications, and reporting of unlawful conduct.  Effective December 20, 2021.

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September 2021 State Regulatory Developments

October 12, 2021 | No Comments
Posted by Anjali Baxi

Below are the most recent health care related regulatory developments as published in the New Jersey Register in September 2021:

  • On September 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1418(a), the Office of the Governor released Executive Order No. 252 directing vaccination or testing requirements for workers in health care facilities and high-risk settings. Health care and high-risk congregate settings must retain a policy that requires its workers to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or complete COVID-19 testing one to two times per week. The order addresses what documents may be presented to show proof of vaccination. Additionally, it lists what specific settings and workers are deemed “covered.” See Exec. Order. No. 252.
  • On September 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1440(a), the Department of Health, Public Health Services Branch, Division of HIV, STD, and TB Services, proposed recodification, amendments, new rules, and repeals. The amendments address spelling and language changes, as well as definitional changes and additions. The new rules would add web-based publications that the Department uses for reference. See proposed N.J.A.C. 8:57-2.1, 2.3, 2.11. See proposed N.J.A.C. 8:65-1.2, 1.4, 2, 3.1, 3.3. See proposed N.J.A.C. 8:57-2.2, 2.4 through 2.10, 2.12.
  • On September 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1451(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, proposed the readoption of the Transportation Services Manual with amendments. See proposed N.J.A.C. 10:50, as well as, proposed repeal of certain sections of the chapter. See proposed N.J.A.C. 10:50-1.8, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 1.13.
  • On September 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1490(a), the Commission of the Department of Human Services readopted the Rules of Practice; Petition for Rulemaking, with technical changes. See N.J.A.C. 10:1.
  • On September 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1491(a), the Department of Human Services, Office of Licensing readopted the Standards for Private Licensed Facilities for Persons with Developmental Disabilities. See N.J.A.C. 10:47.
  • On September 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1491(b), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services readopted Psychiatric Adult Acute Partial Hospital and Partial Hospital Services. See N.J.A.C. 10:52A.
  • On September 7, 2021, at N.J.R. 1492(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services readopted Case Management Services with technical changes. See N.J.A.C. 10:73.
  • On September 7, 2021 at 53 N.J.R. 1499(a), the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Wage and Hour Compliance readopted the Notification Concerning Health Benefits Plans. See N.J.A.C. 12:63.
  • On September 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1500(a), the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Workers’ Compensation readopted the Rules of the Division of Workers’ Compensation. See N.J.A.C. 12:235.
  • On September 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1500(b), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners readopted the Rules of the State Board of Physical Examiners with amendments. See N.J.A.C. 13:39A. Additionally, repeals and new rules were adopted. See N.J.A.C. 13:39A-5.5, 5A and N.J.A.C. 13:39A-4.3, 5.2A.
  • On September 7, 2021, the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Public Safety and Occupational Safety and Health adopted a special amendment to protect healthcare workers from occupational exposure to COVID-19 in settings where people with COVID-19 are expected to be. Healthcare employers must implement plans to control COVID-19 hazards and reduce transmission in the workplace, along with other rules regarding COVID-19 in the healthcare workplace. See adopted N.J.A.C 12:100-4.2.
  • On September 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1558(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Medical Examiners, Electrologists Advisory Committee proposed amendments, repeal, and new rules. These changes include definitional updates, reference changes and removal, as well as relocating the renewal and reinstatement provisions that relate to an office premise license. See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:35-12.1, 12.2, 12.6 through 12.13, 12.15, 12.19. See proposed repeal N.J.A.C. 13:35-12:14. See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:35-12.10A, 12.14A, 12.14B.
  • On September 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1562(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Pharmacy proposed a new rule that will require every pharmacy permit holder to implement a continuous quality improvement program to address prescription errors. See proposed N.J.A.C. 13:39-1.9.
  • On September 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1570(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Psychological Examiners adopted amendments, new rules, and repeals that revise the standard for denying a license based on conduct constituting a crime or offense. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:42-5.3, 10.17, 9.3, 10.4, 10.18, 11.4, 10.18.
  • On September 20, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1580(a), the Department of Treasury, Cannabis Regulatory Commission, recodified the Department of Health’s rules to account for the creation of the Cannabis Regulatory Commission. See recodification of N.J.A.C. 8:64 as 17:30A.

 

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August 2021 State Regulatory Developments

September 7, 2021 | 1 Comment
Posted by Anjali Baxi

Below are the most recent health care related regulatory developments as published in the New Jersey Register in August 2021:

  • On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1278(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, readopted the Manual for Dental Services. See adopted N.J.A.C. 10:56.
  •  On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1278(b), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, readopted the Medical Supplier Manual. Additionally, technical changes were made to reflect the current name for the “Department of Health” and “Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare.” See adopted N.J.A.C. 10:59.
  •  On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1279(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, readopted Independent Clinical Laboratories. Additionally, technical changes were made to reflect the name of the current Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services fiscal agent. See adopted N.J.A.C 10:61.
  •  On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1279(b), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, readopted the Medically Needy Program. See adopted N.J.A.C. 10:70.
  •  On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1280(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, readopted NJ Family Care. See adopted N.J.A.C. 10:78.
  •  On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1280(b), the Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services, Office of Area Agency on Aging Administration, readopted Adult Day Services Program for Persons with Alzheimer’s Disease or Related Disorders. See adopted N.J.A.C. 10:164A
  •  On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1283(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners, adopted new rules regarding telemedicine and telehealth, authorizing healthcare providers to engage in telemedicine and telehealth. Additionally, this adoption includes new rules to be followed when engaging in telemedicine and telehealth. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:34-6A.
  •  On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1285(a), The Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Marriage and Family Examiners, Professional Counselor Committee, adopted new rules regarding telemedicine and telehealth, authorizing healthcare providers to engage in telemedicine and telehealth. Additionally, this adoption includes new rules to be followed when engaging in telemedicine and telehealth. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:34-32.
  •  On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1288(a), The Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Medical Examiners, Physician Assistants Advisory Committee, adopted new rules regarding telemedicine and telehealth, authorizing healthcare providers to engage in telemedicine and telehealth. Additionally, this adoption included new rules to be followed when engaging in telemedicine and telehealth. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:35-2B.3.
  •  On August 2, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1290(a), The Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, State Board of Medical Examiners, Electrologists Advisory Committee, adopted new rules regarding telemedicine and telehealth, authorizing healthcare providers to engage in telemedicine and telehealth. Additionally, this adoption included new rules to be followed when engaging in telemedicine and telehealth. See adopted N.J.A.C. 13:35-12A.
  •  On August 16, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1327(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, proposed readoption and amendments to the Home Care Services chapter. The proposed amendments include definition changes, as well as new rules. These new rules address new billing and payment guidelines. See proposed N.J.A.C. 10:60.
  •  On August 16, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1378(b), The Department of Health, Health Systems Branch, Divisions of Certificate of Need and Licensing, Certificate of Need and Healthcare Facility Licensure Program, adopted new rules addressing the registration standards for Telemedicine and Telehealth Organizations. See adopted N.J.A.C. 8:53.
  •  On August 16, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1404(c), the Department of Health, Office of the Commissioner released a notice of grant availability. See https://healthapps.state.nj.us/noticeofgrant/noticegrants.aspx
  •  On August 16, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1405(c), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, released a notice addressing that the State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners received a petition for rulemaking from the New Jersey Association of Marriage and Family Therapy Legislative Committee. Petitioner requests that the requirement that a plan of supervision be submitted as part of the application for licensure as an associate marriage and family therapist be eliminated from the Code. See N.J.A.C. 13:34-2.2.

 

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June-July 2021 State Regulatory Developments

August 11, 2021 | No Comments
Posted by Anjali Baxi

Below are the most recent health care related regulatory developments as published in the New Jersey Register in June and July 2021:

  • On June 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 975(a), the Health Commissioner, released a notice in regards to Executive Order No. 103. This notice addresses the renewal of certified nurse aide certifications. If a CANs certification is set to expire between March 1, 2021 and the end of the Public Health Emergency, shall be permitted to renew their certification until 30 days after the end of the Public Health Emergency. See N.J.A.C. 8:39-43.4, 43.6.

 

  • On June 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1001(a), the Department of Human Services, Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, adopted new organizational rules in order to better inform the public about what the Division of Mental Health and Addiction does. These new rules improve readability, as well as reflect the retention of the State Psychiatric hospitals. See adopted N.J.A.C. 10:30

 

  •  On June 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1001(b), the Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, adopted amendments addressing podiatry services. Whereas podiatry services are optional in accordance with federal Medicaid laws, New Jersey has decided to provide podiatry services. See adopted N.J.A.C. 10:57.

 

  • On June 7, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1027(a), the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, released a notice that a petition has been filed addressing a plan of supervision that is currently required as part of the application to be a licensed marriage and family therapist. See N.J.A.C. 13:34-2.2

 

  • On June 21, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1041(a), the Office of the Governor, released an executive order extending the Public Health Emergency. See Exec. Order No 240.

 

  • On June 21, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1047(a), the Office of the Governor released an executive order that rescinds the requirements of Executive order No. 107. Non-profits no longer have to accommodate telework to the maximum extent possible. See Exec. Order No. 243.

 

  • On July 6, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1131(a), the Office of the Governor released an executive order that ended the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. However, the State of Emergency remains. See Exec Order No. 244.

 

  • On July 6, 2021, at 53 N.J.R. 1145(b), the Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities, adopted a rule addressing the family maintenance standard, medical cost standard, tuition deduction, and the cost of care and maintenance rates for individuals residentially placed by the Division of Developmental Disabilities. See N.J.A.C. 10:46D-3.2.

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